Frequently asked questions

Q: What is Focused.Charity?

A: Focused.Charity is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting intelligent and effective charitable giving. We provide donors with transparent, secure, and trustworthy tools for giving, and work with partner charities to help maximize the impact and effectiveness of their donations.

Q: How does Focused.Charity select the charities that are included in its indices?

A: We conduct thorough research on each charity, including their impact, effectiveness, financial transparency, and governance. We leverage research by trusted organizations, such as GiveWell, to ensure that our recommendations are based on the latest research and data.

Q: How does Focused.Charity allocate funds between charities in its indices?

A: We use an algorithmic approach to determine the allocation of funds between charities in each of our indices. This approach is based on a combination of factors, including the charities' impact, effectiveness, and financial transparency.

Q: Can I donate to a specific charity through Focused.Charity?

A: Yes, you can donate to any of the charities that are included in our indices. In the future this may allow you to you our tools to manage your donations, easily cancel ongoing donations, and complete your taxes.  Currently, however, you would likely prefer to give directly to your preferred charity.

Q: How does Focused.Charity ensure that my donation is used effectively?

A: We do not follow-up with the charities that we give to, though we do hope to someday enable end-to-end transparency from the donor through to the end beneficiary.  

Q: Is Focused.Charity a registered non-profit organization?

A: We're working on it.

Q: Can I get a tax deduction for my donation to Focused.Charity?

A: Not yet, but once you can, we will provide receipts for all donations which can be used for tax purposes.

Q: How can I get involved with Focused.Charity?

A: There are many ways to get involved with Focused.Charity, including donating, volunteering, and spreading the word about our mission. You can also follow us on social media and sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date on our latest initiatives and events.